Putnam RetirementReady Funds Prospectus

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1 Putnam RetirementReady Funds Prospectus CONTENTS Fund summaries Goals Main investment strategies Main risks Investor profi le Past performance Costs associated with your investment..17 What are the goals, main investment strategies and related risks of the underlying Putnam funds? Who oversees and manages the funds?.51 How do the funds price their shares?...56 How do I buy fund shares? How do I sell or exchange fund shares?..64 Policy on excessive short-term trading...67 Distribution plans and payments to dealers Fund distributions and taxes Financial highlights Putnam RetirementReady 2050 Fund Putnam RetirementReady 2045 Fund Putnam RetirementReady 2040 Fund Putnam RetirementReady 2035 Fund Putnam RetirementReady 2030 Fund Putnam RetirementReady 2025 Fund Putnam RetirementReady 2020 Fund Putnam RetirementReady 2015 Fund Putnam RetirementReady 2010 Fund Putnam RetirementReady Maturity Fund Class A, B, C, M, R and Y shares This prospectus explains what you should know about these mutual funds before you invest. Please read it carefully. Putnam Investment Management, LLC (Putnam Management), which has managed mutual funds since 1937, manages these funds. These securities have not been approved or disapproved by the Securities and Exchange Commission nor has the Commission passed upon the accuracy or adequacy of this prospectus. Any statement to the contrary is a crime. You may be eligible for a reduced sales charge. See How do I buy fund shares? for details.

2 Fund summaries GOALS Each of the 2050 Fund, 2045 Fund, 2040 Fund, 2035 Fund, 2030 Fund, 2025 Fund, 2020 Fund, 2015 Fund and 2010 Fund seeks capital appreciation and current income consistent with a decreasing emphasis on capital appreciation and an increasing emphasis on current income as it approaches its target date. The Maturity Fund seeks as high a rate of current income as Putnam Management believes is consistent with preservation of capital. MAIN INVESTMENT STRATEGIES ASSET ALLOCATION Each fund employs an asset allocation strategy designed for investors planning to retire (or otherwise begin using the invested funds) in or about the calendar year designated in the fund s name. The Maturity Fund is designed for investors who are already in retirement or who plan to retire (or otherwise begin using the invested funds) in the near future. Amounts invested in each fund are allocated among other Putnam funds based on the fund s target date. The target percentages for each fund other than the Maturity Fund gradually change over time based on the number of years that remain until the target date of the fund so that a fund s asset allocation will become more conservative as the fund approaches its target date. The Maturity Fund, which has an asset allocation weighted toward fixed income and money market funds, generally maintains a fixed allocation over time. The Maturity Fund will now gradually change to target allocation percentages until 2010, when they are expected to approximate the percentages in the last column of the table and generally remain fixed going forward. The target percentages, as of October 5, 2007, for the underlying Putnam funds in which the funds invest are shown in the table below. The table also shows the asset class generally represented by each underlying fund. 2 PROSPECTUS

3 Putnam Mid Cap Vista Fund Growth 4% 4% 3% 3% 3% 3% 3% 1% 0% 0% 0% Target Allocations as of October 5, 2007 Maturity Fund Underlying Asset Maturity in 2010 and Putnam fund class Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund thereafter* Putnam Large Voyager Cap Fund Growth 15% 15% 15% 14% 13% 13% 12% 8% 5% 3% 0% The Putnam Fund Large for Growth Cap and Income Value 8% 8% 7% 7% 7% 6% 6% 5% 2% 0% 0% Putnam Large- Equity Cap Income Fund Value 8% 8% 7% 7% 7% 6% 6% 4% 3% 7% 13% Putnam Investors U.S. Fund Core 15% 15% 15% 14% 13% 13% 12% 8% 5% 3% 0% Small- Putnam and Mid Mid Cap Cap Value Fund Value 4% 4% 3% 3% 3% 3% 3% 1% 0% 0% 0% Putnam Capital Small/ Opportunities Mid Cap Fund Blend 11% 11% 10% 10% 8% 8% 8% 7% 5% 3% 0% Putnam International International Equity Fund Blend 10% 10% 9% 8% 8% 7% 4% 3% 2% 0% 0% Putnam International New Opportunities International Fund Growth 10% 10% 9% 9% 8% 7% 5% 1% 0% 0% 0% Putnam International Growth and International Income Fund Value 10% 10% 9% 9% 8% 7% 5% 1% 0% 0% 0% Putnam Income Fund Income 2% 2% 3% 5% 6% 9% 11% 12% 10% 5% 0% Core Fixed- Putnam Income/Core Diversified Fixed-Income Income Trust High Yield 0% 1% 3% 5% 7% 8% 11% 16% 21% 18% 13% 3 PROSPECTUS

4 Target Allocations as of October 5, 2007 (continued) Maturity Fund Underlying Asset Maturity in 2010 and Putnam fund class Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund thereafter* Putnam High Yield Core-Fixed- Advantage Income Fund High-Yield 2% 2% 2% 3% 4% 5% 5% 5% 5% 5% 5% Putnam Global Income Asset Strategies Fund Allocation 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 3% 14% 24% 35% 50% Putnam Money Capital Market Fund Preservation 1% 1% 2% 3% 4% 6% 8% 12% 17% 20% 20% * Because of rounding in the calculation of allocations among underlying Putnam funds, actual allocations might be more or less than these percentages. The asset allocation of each fund is designed to provide an investment that Putnam Management believes is neither overly aggressive nor overly conservative for a typical investor planning to retire (or otherwise begin using the invested funds) in the target year. With the exception of the Maturity Fund, as each fund approaches its target date, its asset allocation will shift so that the fund s target percentages approach those of the Maturity Fund. After each target fund reaches its target date, the term Maturity will be added to its name. (For instance, in 2030, Putnam RetirementReady 2030 Fund will be renamed Putnam RetirementReady 2030 Maturity Fund.) The fund s target percentages will then continue to change during the next five years to increase emphasis on income and to approach those of Maturity Fund. When the fund s target percentages correspond to those of the Maturity Fund, the fund will become part of the Maturity Fund. Putnam Management will periodically rebalance each fund s investments towards its target percentages as then in effect. In deciding which fund is right for you, you may wish to consider a number of factors in addition to a fund s target date, including your age, how your fund investment will fit into your overall investment program, and whether you are looking for a more aggressive or more conservative allocation. 4 PROSPECTUS

5 MAIN RISKS Investments in a fund are generally subject to the risks of investments in the underlying Putnam funds in which a fund invests. The value of your investment in a fund will be affected by both the fund s asset allocation among the underlying Putnam funds and the performance of such underlying Putnam funds. The main risks that could adversely affect the value of a fund s shares and the total return on your investment include: Ω The risk that our allocation of investments among the underlying Putnam funds may adversely affect the fund s performance. Although Putnam Management has discretion to change a fund s target percentages as well as the underlying funds in which a fund invests at any time without notice to shareholders, it does not expect to make such changes frequently. Ω The risk that the stock price of one or more of the companies in an underlying Putnam fund s portfolio will fall, or will fail to rise. Many factors can adversely affect a stock s performance, including both general financial market conditions and factors related to a specific company or industry. This risk is generally greater for small and midsized companies, which tend to be more vulnerable to adverse developments. This risk is also generally greater for funds, such as the 2050 Fund, the 2045 Fund and the 2040 Fund, that currently have an asset allocation that emphasizes equity funds. Ω The risk that movements in financial markets will adversely affect the price of an underlying Putnam fund s investments, regardless of how well the companies in which we invest perform. This risk is also generally greater for funds, such as the 2050 Fund, the 2045 Fund and the 2040 Fund, that currently have an asset allocation that emphasizes equity funds. Ω The risk that the prices of an underlying Putnam fund s fixedincome investments will fall if interest rates rise. Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities and for mortgage-backed investments. This risk is also generally greater for funds, such as the Maturity Fund, the 2010 Fund and the 2015 Fund, that currently have an asset allocation that emphasizes fixed-income funds. 5 PROSPECTUS

6 Ω The risk that the issuers of an underlying Putnam fund s fixedincome investments will not make timely payments of interest and principal. This credit risk is generally higher for debt that is below investment grade in quality. This risk is also generally greater for funds, such as the Maturity Fund, the 2010 Fund and the 2015 Fund, that currently have an asset allocation that emphasizes fixed-income funds. Ω The risks of investing outside the United States, such as currency fluctuations, economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information or unfavorable political or legal developments. These risks are increased for investments in emerging markets. This risk is also generally greater for funds, such as the 2050 Fund, the 2045 Fund, the 2040 Fund, the 2035 Fund, the 2030 Fund and the 2025 Fund, that currently have an asset allocation that emphasizes international funds. You can lose money by investing in a fund. A fund may not achieve its goal, and is not intended as a complete investment program. An investment in the fund is not a deposit in a bank and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency. INVESTOR PROFILE Each of the 2050 Fund, 2045 Fund, 2040 Fund, 2035 Fund, 2030 Fund, 2025 Fund, 2020 Fund, 2015 Fund and 2010 Fund seeks capital appreciation and current income consistent with a decreasing emphasis on capital appreciation and an increasing emphasis on current income as it approaches its target date. The Maturity Fund seeks as high a rate of current income as Putnam Management believes is consistent with preservation of capital. Each fund discourages shortterm trading activity. A fund should not be your sole investment. However, a fund may be appropriate as part of a portfolio of funds with different investment strategies, such as growth, blend, value, and income. Ask your financial representative for details. PAST PERFORMANCE The performance information below gives some indication of the risks and potential rewards associated with an investment in each of the funds and why a long-term investment horizon is important. 6 PROSPECTUS

7 The bar charts show calendar year returns and the average annual total return for each fund s class A shares. Performance figures in the bar charts below do not reflect the impact of sales charges. If they did, performance would be less than that shown. Although this information can be valuable, it is important to remember that past performance is not necessarily an indication of future results. CALENDAR YEAR TOTAL RETURNS FOR 2050 FUND S CLASS A SHARES Annual performance of A shares at NAV 20% 15.77% Average annual return: 15.77% 10% 0% 2006 Ω Year-to-date performance through 9/30/07 was 6.24%. Ω In the fund s best calendar quarter during this period (Q4 06), a $1,000 investment would have grown 8.09% to $1,081. Ω In the fund s worst calendar quarter during this period (Q2 06), a $1,000 investment would have declined 2.25% to $ PROSPECTUS

8 CALENDAR YEAR TOTAL RETURNS FOR 2045 FUND S CLASS A SHARES Annual performance of A shares at NAV 20% 10% 8.04% 16.01% Average annual return: 11.95% 0% Ω Year-to-date performance through 9/30/07 was 6.30%. Ω In the fund s best calendar quarter during this period (Q4 06), a $1,000 investment would have grown 8.09% to $1,081. Ω In the fund s worst calendar quarter during this period (Q2 06), a $1,000 investment would have declined 2.28% to $977. CALENDAR YEAR TOTAL RETURNS FOR 2040 FUND S CLASS A SHARES Annual performance of A shares at NAV 20% 15.40% Average annual return: 11.62% 10% 7.98% 0% PROSPECTUS

9 Ω Year-to-date performance through 9/30/07 was 6.13%. Ω In the fund s best calendar quarter during this period (Q4 06), a $1,000 investment would have grown 7.73% to $1,077. Ω In the fund s worst calendar quarter during this period (Q2 06), a $1,000 investment would have declined 2.15% to $979. CALENDAR YEAR TOTAL RETURNS FOR 2035 FUND S CLASS A SHARES Annual performance of A shares at NAV 20% 14.62% Average annual return: 11.06% 10% 7.61% 0% Ω Year-to-date performance through 9/30/07 was 5.96%. Ω In the fund s best calendar quarter during this period (Q4 06), a $1,000 investment would have grown 7.37% to $1,074. Ω In the fund s worst calendar quarter during this period (Q2 06), a $1,000 investment would have declined 2.07% to $ PROSPECTUS

10 CALENDAR YEAR TOTAL RETURNS FOR 2030 FUND S CLASS A SHARES Annual performance of A shares at NAV 20% 10% 7.28% 14.00% Average annual return: 10.58% 0% Ω Year-to-date performance through 9/30/07 was 5.76%. Ω In the fund s best calendar quarter during this period (Q4 06), a $1,000 investment would have grown 6.99% to $1,070. Ω In the fund s worst calendar quarter during this period (Q2 06), a $1,000 investment would have declined 1.96% to $980. CALENDAR YEAR TOTAL RETURNS FOR 2025 FUND S CLASS A SHARES Annual performance of A shares at NAV 20% 10% 6.92% 13.26% Average annual return: 10.05% 0% PROSPECTUS

11 Ω Year-to-date performance through 9/30/07 was 5.60%. Ω In the fund s best calendar quarter during this period (Q4 06), a $1,000 investment would have grown 6.60% to $1,066. Ω In the fund s worst calendar quarter during this period (Q2 06), a $1,000 investment would have declined 1.85% to $982. CALENDAR YEAR TOTAL RETURNS FOR 2020 FUND S CLASS A SHARES Annual performance of A shares at NAV 20% 10% 6.19% 11.40% Average annual return: 8.76% 0% Ω Year-to-date performance through 9/30/07 was 4.95%. Ω In the fund s best calendar quarter during this period (Q4 06), a $1,000 investment would have grown 5.77% to $1,058. Ω In the fund s worst calendar quarter during this period (Q2 06), a $1,000 investment would have declined 1.76% to $ PROSPECTUS

12 CALENDAR YEAR TOTAL RETURNS FOR 2015 FUND S CLASS A SHARES Annual performance of A shares at NAV 20% 10% 9.20% Average annual return: 7.23% 5.30% 0% Ω Year-to-date performance through 9/30/07 was 4.26%. Ω In the fund s best calendar quarter during this period (Q4 06), a $1,000 investment would have grown 4.53% to $1,045. Ω In the fund s worst calendar quarter during this period (Q2 06), a $1,000 investment would have declined 1.54% to $ % CALENDAR YEAR TOTAL RETURNS FOR 2010 FUND S CLASS A SHARES Annual performance of A shares at NAV 10% 4.07% 6.75% Average annual return: 5.40% 0% PROSPECTUS

13 Ω Year-to-date performance through 9/30/07 was 3.74%. Ω In the fund s best calendar quarter during this period (Q4 06), a $1,000 investment would have grown 3.13% to $1,031. Ω In the fund s worst calendar quarter during this period (Q2 06), a $1,000 investment would have declined 0.98% to $990. CALENDAR YEAR TOTAL RETURNS FOR MATURITY FUND S CLASS A SHARES Annual performance of A shares at NAV 20% 10% 3.25% 6.00% Average annual return: 4.61% 0% Ω Year-to-date performance through 9/30/07 was 3.53%. Ω In the fund s best calendar quarter during this period (Q4 06), a $1,000 investment would have grown 2.81% to $1,028. Ω In the fund s worst calendar quarter during this period (Q2 06), a $1,000 investment would have declined 0.79% to $992. Average Annual Total Returns (for periods ending 12/31/06) Since Past inception 1 year (5/2/05) 2050 Fund Class A before taxes 9.69% 13.99% Class A after taxes on distributions 8.54% 12.55% Class A after taxes on distributions and sale of fund shares 6.36% 11.13% Class B before taxes 9.91% 14.68% Class C before taxes 13.92% 16.85% Class M before taxes 11.41% 14.81% Class R before taxes 15.45% 17.40% Class Y before taxes 16.06% 18.01% 13 PROSPECTUS

14 Average Annual Total Returns (for periods ending 12/31/06) (continued) Since Past inception 1 year (11/1/04) 2045 Fund Class A before taxes 9.90% 12.58% Class A after taxes on distributions 8.47% 10.84% Class A after taxes on distributions and sale of fund shares 7.22% 9.91% Class B before taxes 10.14% 13.36% Class C before taxes 14.13% 14.54% Class M before taxes 11.67% 13.10% Class R before taxes 15.76% 15.15% Class Y before taxes 16.30% 15.70% 2040 Fund Class A before taxes 9.34% 12.21% Class A after taxes on distributions 7.86% 10.44% Class A after taxes on distributions and sale of fund shares 6.93% 9.59% Class B before taxes 9.54% 12.99% Class C before taxes 13.57% 14.20% Class M before taxes 11.09% 12.74% Class R before taxes 15.16% 14.78% Class Y before taxes 15.70% 15.32% 2035 Fund Class A before taxes 8.61% 11.47% Class A after taxes on distributions 7.09% 9.68% Class A after taxes on distributions and sale of fund shares 6.67% 8.98% Class B before taxes 8.76% 12.23% Class C before taxes 12.80% 13.45% Class M before taxes 10.33% 11.99% Class R before taxes 14.33% 13.93% Class Y before taxes 14.90% 14.56% 2030 Fund Class A before taxes 8.00% 10.80% Class A after taxes on distributions 6.47% 9.06% Class A after taxes on distributions and sale of fund shares 6.25% 8.43% Class B before taxes 8.14% 11.53% Class C before taxes 12.12% 12.73% Class M before taxes 9.73% 11.31% Class R before taxes 13.70% 13.29% Class Y before taxes 14.28% 13.86% 14 PROSPECTUS

15 Average Annual Total Returns (for periods ending 12/31/06) (continued) Since Past inception 1 year (11/1/04) 2025 Fund Class A before taxes 7.33% 10.07% Class A after taxes on distributions 5.71% 8.34% Class A after taxes on distributions and sale of fund shares 5.90% 7.83% Class B before taxes 7.45% 10.79% Class C before taxes 11.41% 12.00% Class M before taxes 9.05% 10.59% Class R before taxes 12.98% 12.57% Class Y before taxes 13.57% 13.13% 2020 Fund Class A before taxes 5.55% 8.43% Class A after taxes on distributions 3.96% 6.82% Class A after taxes on distributions and sale of fund shares 4.59% 6.46% Class B before taxes 5.56% 9.08% Class C before taxes 9.55% 10.32% Class M before taxes 7.24% 8.93% Class R before taxes 11.10% 10.92% Class Y before taxes 11.67% 11.43% 2015 Fund Class A before taxes 3.48% 6.45% Class A after taxes on distributions 1.98% 4.67% Class A after taxes on distributions and sale of fund shares 3.08% 4.63% Class B before taxes 3.41% 7.06% Class C before taxes 7.40% 8.33% Class M before taxes 5.13% 6.96% Class R before taxes 8.98% 8.91% Class Y before taxes 9.49% 9.41% 2010 Fund Class A before taxes 1.15% 3.90% Class A after taxes on distributions -0.55% 2.34% Class A after taxes on distributions and sale of fund shares 1.42% 2.55% Class B before taxes 1.01% 4.42% Class C before taxes 4.96% 5.73% Class M before taxes 2.77% 4.40% Class R before taxes 6.49% 6.28% Class Y before taxes 7.03% 6.78% 15 PROSPECTUS

16 Average Annual Total Returns (for periods ending 12/31/06) (continued) Since Past inception 1 year (11/1/04) Maturity Fund Class A before taxes 0.42% 2.67% Class A after taxes on distributions -0.97% 1.32% Class A after taxes on distributions and sale of fund shares 0.53% 1.54% Class B before taxes 0.19% 3.15% Class C before taxes 4.23% 4.49% Class M before taxes 2.05% 3.16% Class R before taxes 5.72% 5.00% Class Y before taxes 6.26% 5.52% S&P 500 Index (no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes) 15.79% 13.12% Lehman Aggregate Bond Index (no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes) 4.33% 3.16% This table compares the fund s performance to that of two broad measures of market performance. Unlike the bar chart, this performance information reflects the impact of sales charges. (See Costs associated with your investment for details). Class A and class M share performance reflects the current maximum initial sales charges, and class B and class C share performance reflects the maximum applicable deferred sales charge if shares had been redeemed on 12/31/06 and, for class B shares, does not assume conversion to class A shares after eight years. Each fund s performance for portions of the period benefited from Putnam Management s agreement to limit each fund s expenses. Each fund s performance is compared to the Lehman Aggregate Bond Index, an unmanaged index of U.S. investment-grade fixedincome securities and the S&P 500 Index, an unmanaged index of common stock performance. After-tax returns reflect the highest individual federal income tax rates and do not reflect state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor s tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns are shown for class A shares only and will vary for other classes. After-tax returns are not relevant to those investing through 401(k) plans, IRAs or other tax-deferred arrangements. 16 PROSPECTUS

17 COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH YOUR INVESTMENT Maximum sales charges and redemption fees (paid directly from your investment) Most Putnam funds include a sales charge when you purchase shares in order to compensate your financial representative for asset allocation and other services. Putnam funds offer a variety of share classes to accommodate different ways of paying the sales charge (up front or over time). It is important to understand that the share classes with low or no up-front sales charge may impose higher ongoing expenses. To discourage short-term trading, most Putnam funds also charge a redemption fee for shares sold or exchanged within 7 days of purchase (within 90 days for certain Putnam funds). This table summarizes the fees and expenses you may pay if you invest in a fund. For each fund, expenses are based on the fund s last fiscal year. Expenses reflect both a fund s own expenses and the expenses of the underlying Putnam funds in which it invests. Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)* Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (Load) Maximum Sales (as a percentage of Charge (Load) the original purchase Maximum Imposed on Purchases price or redemption Redemption Fee*** (as a percentage proceeds, whichever (as a percentage of total of the offering price) is lower) redemption proceeds) Class A 5.25% NONE** 1.00% Class B NONE 5.00% 1.00% Class C NONE 1.00% 1.00% Class M 3.25% NONE** 1.00% Class R NONE NONE 1.00% Class Y NONE NONE 1.00% Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses <> (expenses that are deducted from fund assets) All mutual funds pay ongoing fees for investment management and other services. These charges, expressed as a percentage of fund assets, are known as the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses. 17 PROSPECTUS

18 The table below shows each target fund s annual operating expenses for the fiscal year ended 7/31/07 (except as otherwise indicated). Underlying Total Distri- Putnam Annual Manage- bution Funds Fund Expense ment (12b-1) Other Fees and Operating Reimburse- Net Fees Fees Expenses^ Expenses Expenses ment Expenses 2050 Fund Class A 0.05% 0.25% 0.08% 0.93% 1.31% (0.04%) 1.27% Class B 0.05% 1.00% 0.08% 0.93% 2.06% (0.04%) 2.02% Class C 0.05% 1.00% 0.08% 0.93% 2.06% (0.04%) 2.02% Class M 0.05% 0.75% 0.08% 0.93% 1.81% (0.04%) 1.77% Class R 0.05% 0.50% 0.08% 0.93% 1.56% (0.04%) 1.52% Class Y 0.05% N/A 0.08% 0.93% 1.06% (0.04%) 1.02% 2045 Fund Class A 0.05% 0.25% 0.04% 0.93% 1.27% (0.01%) 1.26% Class B 0.05% 1.00% 0.04% 0.93% 2.02% (0.01%) 2.01% Class C 0.05% 1.00% 0.04% 0.93% 2.02% (0.01%) 2.01% Class M 0.05% 0.75% 0.04% 0.93% 1.77% (0.01%) 1.76% Class R 0.05% 0.50% 0.04% 0.93% 1.52% (0.01%) 1.51% Class Y 0.05% N/A 0.04% 0.93% 1.02% (0.01%) 1.01% 2040 Fund Class A 0.05% 0.25% 0.04% 0.92% 1.26% (0.01%) 1.25% Class B 0.05% 1.00% 0.04% 0.92% 2.01% (0.01%) 2.00% Class C 0.05% 1.00% 0.04% 0.92% 2.01% (0.01%) 2.00% Class M 0.05% 0.75% 0.04% 0.92% 1.76% (0.01%) 1.75% Class R 0.05% 0.50% 0.04% 0.92% 1.51% (0.01%) 1.50% Class Y 0.05% N/A 0.04% 0.92% 1.01% (0.01%) 1.00% 2035 Fund Class A 0.05% 0.25% 0.04% 0.91% 1.25% (0.01%) 1.24% Class B 0.05% 1.00% 0.04% 0.91% 2.00% (0.01%) 1.99% Class C 0.05% 1.00% 0.04% 0.91% 2.00% (0.01%) 1.99% Class M 0.05% 0.75% 0.04% 0.91% 1.75% (0.01%) 1.74% Class R 0.05% 0.50% 0.04% 0.91% 1.50% (0.01%) 1.49% Class Y 0.05% N/A 0.04% 0.91% 1.00% (0.01%) 0.99% 2030 Fund Class A 0.05% 0.25% 0.03% 0.89% 1.22% (0.01%) 1.21% Class B 0.05% 1.00% 0.03% 0.89% 1.97% (0.01%) 1.96% Class C 0.05% 1.00% 0.03% 0.89% 1.97% (0.01%) 1.96% Class M 0.05% 0.75% 0.03% 0.89% 1.72% (0.01%) 1.71% Class R 0.05% 0.50% 0.03% 0.89% 1.47% (0.01%) 1.46% Class Y 0.05% N/A 0.03% 0.89% 0.97% (0.01%) 0.96% 2025 Fund Class A 0.05% 0.25% 0.03% 0.87% 1.20% (0.01%) 1.19% Class B 0.05% 1.00% 0.03% 0.87% 1.95% (0.01%) 1.94% Class C 0.05% 1.00% 0.03% 0.87% 1.95% (0.01%) 1.94% Class M 0.05% 0.75% 0.03% 0.87% 1.70% (0.01%) 1.69% Class R 0.05% 0.50% 0.03% 0.87% 1.45% (0.01%) 1.44% Class Y 0.05% N/A 0.03% 0.87% 0.95% (0.01%) 0.94% 18 PROSPECTUS

19 Underlying Total Distri- Putnam Annual Manage- bution Funds Fund Expense ment (12b-1) Other Fees and Operating Reimburse- Net Fees Fees Expenses^ Expenses Expenses ment Expenses 2020 Fund Class A 0.05% 0.25% 0.03% 0.83% 1.16% (0.01%) 1.15% Class B 0.05% 1.00% 0.03% 0.83% 1.91% (0.01%) 1.90% Class C 0.05% 1.00% 0.03% 0.83% 1.91% (0.01%) 1.90% Class M 0.05% 0.75% 0.03% 0.83% 1.66% (0.01%) 1.65% Class R 0.05% 0.50% 0.03% 0.83% 1.41% (0.01%) 1.40% Class Y 0.05% N/A 0.03% 0.83% 0.91% (0.01%) 0.90% 2015 Fund Class A 0.05% 0.25% 0.03% 0.75% 1.08% (0.01%) 1.07% Class B 0.05% 1.00% 0.03% 0.75% 1.83% (0.01%) 1.82% Class C 0.05% 1.00% 0.03% 0.75% 1.83% (0.01%) 1.82% Class M 0.05% 0.75% 0.03% 0.75% 1.58% (0.01%) 1.57% Class R 0.05% 0.50% 0.03% 0.75% 1.33% (0.01%) 1.32% Class Y 0.05% N/A 0.03% 0.75% 0.83% (0.01%) 0.82% 2010 Fund Class A 0.05% 0.25% 0.03% 0.68% 1.01% (0.02%) 0.99% Class B 0.05% 1.00% 0.03% 0.68% 1.76% (0.02%) 1.74% Class C 0.05% 1.00% 0.03% 0.68% 1.76% (0.02%) 1.74% Class M 0.05% 0.75% 0.03% 0.68% 1.51% (0.02%) 1.49% Class R 0.05% 0.50% 0.03% 0.68% 1.26% (0.02%) 1.24% Class Y 0.05% N/A 0.03% 0.68% 0.76% (0.02%) 0.74% Maturity Fund Class A 0.05% 0.25% 0.03% 0.64% 0.97% 0.97% Class B 0.05% 1.00% 0.03% 0.64% 1.72% 1.72% Class C 0.05% 1.00% 0.03% 0.64% 1.72% 1.72% Class M 0.05% 0.75% 0.03% 0.64% 1.47% 1.47% Class R 0.05% 0.50% 0.03% 0.64% 1.22% 1.22% Class Y 0.05% N/A 0.03% 0.64% 0.72% 0.72% * Certain investments in class A and class M shares may qualify for discounts on applicable sales charges. See How do I buy fund shares? for details. ** A deferred sales charge of 1.00% on class A shares and of 0.65% on class M shares may be imposed on certain redemptions of shares bought without an initial sales charge. *** A 1.00% redemption fee (also referred to as a short-term trading fee ) may apply to any shares that are redeemed (either by selling or exchanging into another fund) within 7 days of purchase. <> Reflects Putnam Management s contractual obligation to limit fund expenses through July 31, Expenses are estimates of the total annual fund operating expenses of the underlying Putnam funds that each fund bears indirectly, based on the expenses of each underlying Putnam fund for its most recent semi or annual period, based on most recent report and assuming allocation of the fund s assets as described above. Expenses may be higher or lower depending on the allocation of a fund s assets among the underlying Putnam funds and the actual expenses of the underlying Putnam funds. ^ Excludes organizational fees which were fully amortized in PROSPECTUS

20 HOW DO THESE FEES AND EXPENSES LOOK IN DOLLAR TERMS? This example takes the maximum up-front sales charge (or applicable contingent sales charge) and total annual fund operating expenses for each share class, and translates them into dollar amounts, showing the cumulative effect of these costs over time. This helps you more easily compare the cost of investing in a fund to the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The example makes certain assumptions. It assumes that you invest $10,000 in each fund for the time periods shown and then, except as shown for class B shares and class C shares, redeem all your shares at the end of those periods. It also assumes a 5% return on your investment each year and that each fund s operating expenses remain the same. The example is hypothetical; your actual costs and returns may be higher or lower. EXAMPLE: Sales charge plus annual operating expenses on $10,000 investment over time 1 year 3 years 5 years 10 years 2050 Fund Class A $648 $915 $1,202 $2,018 Class B $705 $942 $1,305 $2,194* Class B (no redemption) $205 $642 $1,105 $2,194* Class C $305 $642 $1,105 $2,386 Class C (no redemption) $205 $642 $1,105 $2,386 Class M $499 $872 $1,270 $2,379 Class R $155 $489 $ 846 $1,853 Class Y $104 $333 $ 581 $1, Fund Class A $647 $906 $1,184 $1,978 Class B $704 $933 $1,287 $2,154* Class B (no redemption) $204 $633 $1,087 $2,154* Class C $304 $633 $1,087 $2,347 Class C (no redemption) $204 $633 $1,087 $2,347 Class M $498 $863 $1,252 $2,340 Class R $154 $479 $ 828 $1,812 Class Y $103 $324 $ 562 $1, Fund Class A $646 $903 $1,179 $1,967 Class B $703 $930 $1,282 $2,144* Class B (no redemption) $203 $630 $1,082 $2,144* Class C $303 $630 $1,082 $2,337 Class C (no redemption) $203 $630 $1,082 $2,337 Class M $497 $860 $1,247 $2,330 Class R $153 $476 $ 823 $1,801 Class Y $102 $321 $ 557 $1, PROSPECTUS

21 1 year 3 years 5 years 10 years 2035 Fund Class A $645 $900 $1,174 $1,956 Class B $702 $926 $1,277 $2,133* Class B (no redemption) $202 $626 $1,077 $2,133* Class C $302 $626 $1,077 $2,326 Class C (no redemption) $202 $626 $1,077 $2,326 Class M $496 $857 $1,242 $2,320 Class R $152 $473 $ 818 $1,790 Class Y $101 $317 $ 551 $1, Fund Class A $642 $891 $1,159 $1,924 Class B $699 $917 $1,261 $2,101* Class B (no redemption) $199 $617 $1,061 $2,101* Class C $299 $617 $1,061 $2,295 Class C (no redemption) $199 $617 $1,061 $2,295 Class M $493 $848 $1,227 $2,288 Class R $149 $464 $ 802 $1,757 Class Y $ 98 $308 $ 535 $1, Fund Class A $640 $885 $1,149 $1,902 Class B $697 $911 $1,251 $2,080* Class B (no redemption) $197 $611 $1,051 $2,080* Class C $297 $611 $1,051 $2,274 Class C (no redemption) $197 $611 $1,051 $2,274 Class M $491 $842 $1,217 $2,268 Class R $147 $458 $ 791 $1,734 Class Y $ 96 $302 $ 525 $1, Fund Class A $636 $873 $1,129 $1,859 Class B $693 $899 $1,231 $2,037* Class B (no redemption) $193 $599 $1,031 $2,037* Class C $293 $599 $1,031 $2,232 Class C (no redemption) $193 $599 $1,031 $2,232 Class M $487 $830 $1,197 $2,226 Class R $143 $445 $ 770 $1,690 Class Y $ 92 $289 $ 503 $1, Fund Class A $628 $849 $1,088 $1,772 Class B $685 $875 $1,189 $1,950* Class B (no redemption) $185 $575 $ 989 $1,950* Class C $285 $575 $ 989 $2,147 Class C (no redemption) $185 $575 $ 989 $2,147 Class M $480 $807 $1,157 $2,141 Class R $134 $420 $ 728 $1,601 Class Y $ 84 $264 $ 460 $1, PROSPECTUS

22 1 year 3 years 5 years 10 years 2010 Fund Class A $621 $828 $1,052 $1,695 Class B $677 $852 $1,152 $1,874* Class B (no redemption) $177 $552 $ 952 $1,874* Class C $277 $552 $ 952 $2,071 Class C (no redemption) $177 $552 $ 952 $2,071 Class M $472 $785 $1,120 $2,066 Class R $126 $398 $ 690 $1,521 Class Y $ 76 $241 $ 420 $ 940 Maturity Fund Class A $619 $818 $1,033 $1,652 Class B $675 $842 $1,133 $1,831* Class B (no redemption) $175 $542 $ 933 $1,831* Class C $275 $542 $ 933 $2,030 Class C (no redemption) $175 $542 $ 933 $2,030 Class M $470 $775 $1,102 $2,025 Class R $124 $387 $ 670 $1,477 Class Y $ 74 $230 $ 401 $ 894 * Refl ects conversion of class B shares to class A shares, which pay lower 12b-1 fees. Conversion occurs eight years after purchase. What are the goals, main investment strategies and related risks of the underlying Putnam funds? This section contains greater detail on each fund s main investment strategies and the related risks you would face as a fund shareholder. It is important to keep in mind that risk and reward generally go hand in hand; the higher the potential reward, the greater the risk. As mentioned in the fund summary, we pursue each fund s goal by allocating its assets among underlying Putnam funds based on the fund s target date. PUTNAM VOYAGER FUND GOAL The fund seeks capital appreciation. MAIN INVESTMENT STRATEGIES GROWTH STOCKS We invest mainly in common stock of U.S. companies, with a focus on growth stocks. Growth stocks are issued by companies that we believe are fast-growing and whose earnings we believe are likely 22 PROSPECTUS

23 to increase over time. Growth in earnings may lead to an increase in the price of the stock. We invest mainly in midsized and large companies, although we can invest in companies of any size. MAIN RISKS Ω The risk that the stock price of one or more of the companies in the fund s portfolio will fall, or will fail to rise. Many factors can adversely affect a stock s performance, including both general financial market conditions and factors related to a specific company or industry. This risk is generally greater for small and midsized companies, which tend to be more vulnerable to adverse developments. Ω The risk that movements in financial markets will adversely affect the price of the fund s investments, regardless of how well the companies in which we invest perform. The market as a whole may not favor the types of investments we make. THE PUTNAM FUND FOR GROWTH AND INCOME GOAL The fund seeks capital growth and current income. MAIN INVESTMENT STRATEGIES VALUE STOCKS We invest mainly in common stocks of U.S. companies, with a focus on value stocks that offer the potential for capital growth, current income, or both. Value stocks are those we believe are currently undervalued by the market. We look for companies undergoing positive change. If we are correct and other investors recognize the value of the company, the price of the stock may rise. We invest mainly in large companies. MAIN RISKS Ω The risk that the stock price of one or more of the companies in the fund s portfolio will fall, or will fail to rise. Many factors can adversely affect a stock s performance, including both general financial market conditions and factors related to a specific company or industry. Ω The risk that movements in financial markets will adversely affect the price of the fund s investments, regardless of how well the companies in which we invest perform. The market as a whole may not favor the types of investments we make. 23 PROSPECTUS

24 PUTNAM EQUITY INCOME FUND GOAL The fund seeks capital growth and current income. MAIN INVESTMENT STRATEGIES VALUE STOCKS We invest mainly in common stocks of U.S. companies, with a focus on value stocks that offer the potential for current income and may also offer the potential for capital growth. Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the fund s net assets in common stocks and other equity investments that offer potential for current income. Value stocks are those that we believe are currently undervalued by the market. We look for companies undergoing positive change. If we are correct and other investors recognize the value of the company, the price of its stock may rise. We invest mainly in large companies. MAIN RISKS The main risks that could adversely affect the value of the fund s shares and the total return on your investment include: Ω The risk that the stock price of one or more of the companies in the fund s portfolio will fall, or will fail to rise. Many factors can adversely affect a stock s performance, including both general financial market conditions and factors related to a specific company or industry. This risk is generally greater for small and midsized companies, which tend to be more vulnerable to adverse developments. Ω The risk that movements in financial markets will adversely affect the price of the fund s investments, regardless of how well the companies in which we invest perform. The market as a whole may not favor the types of investments we make. PUTNAM INVESTORS FUND GOAL The fund seeks long-term growth of capital and any increased income that results from this growth. 24 PROSPECTUS

25 MAIN INVESTMENT STRATEGIES STOCKS We invest mainly in common stocks of U.S. companies that we believe have favorable investment potential. For example, we may purchase stocks of companies with stock prices that reflect a value lower than that which we place on the company. We may also consider other factors we believe will cause the stock price to rise. We invest mainly in large companies. MAIN RISKS The main risks that could adversely affect the value of the fund s shares and the total return on your investment include: Ω The risk that the stock price of one or more of the companies in the fund s portfolio will fall, or will fail to rise. Many factors can adversely affect a stock s performance, including both general financial market conditions and factors related to a specific company or industry. Ω The risk that movements in financial markets will adversely affect the price of the fund s investments, regardless of how well the companies in which we invest perform. PUTNAM VISTA FUND GOAL The fund seeks capital appreciation. MAIN INVESTMENT STRATEGIES GROWTH STOCKS We invest mainly in common stocks of U.S. companies, with a focus on growth stocks. Growth stocks are issued by companies that we believe are fast-growing and whose earnings we believe are likely to increase over time. Growth in earnings may lead to an increase in the price of the stock. We invest mainly in midsized companies. MAIN RISKS The main risks that could adversely affect the value of the fund s shares and the total return on your investment include: Ω The risk that the stock price of one or more of the companies in the fund s portfolio will fall, or will fail to rise. Many factors can adversely affect a stock s performance, including both general financial market conditions and factors related to a specific 25 PROSPECTUS

26 company or industry. This risk is generally greater for small and midsized companies, which tend to be more vulnerable to adverse developments. Ω The risk that movements in financial markets will adversely affect the price of the fund s investments, regardless of how well the companies in which we invest perform. The market as a whole may not favor the types of investments we make. PUTNAM MID CAP VALUE FUND GOAL The fund seeks capital appreciation and, as a secondary objective, current income. MAIN INVESTMENT STRATEGIES VALUE STOCKS We invest mainly in common stocks of U.S. companies, with a focus on value stocks. Value stocks are those that we believe are currently undervalued by the market. We look for companies undergoing positive change. If we are correct and other investors recognize the value of the company, the price of its stock may rise. Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the fund s net assets in midsized companies of a size similar to those in the Russell Mid Cap Value Index. MAIN RISKS The main risks that could adversely affect the value of the fund s shares and the total return on your investment include: Ω The risk that the stock price of one or more of the companies in the fund s portfolio will fall, or will fail to rise. Many factors can adversely affect a stock s performance, including both general financial market conditions and factors related to a specific company or industry. This risk is generally greater for small and midsized companies, which tend to be more vulnerable to adverse developments. Ω The risk that movements in financial markets will adversely affect the price of the fund s investments, regardless of how well the companies in which we invest perform. The market as a whole may not favor the types of investments we make. 26 PROSPECTUS

27 PUTNAM CAPITAL OPPORTUNITIES FUND GOAL The fund seeks long-term growth of capital. MAIN INVESTMENT STRATEGIES STOCKS We invest mainly in common stocks of U.S. companies that we believe have favorable investment potential. For example, we may purchase stocks of companies with stock prices that reflect a value lower than that which we place on the company. We may also consider other factors we believe will cause the stock price to rise. We invest mainly in small and midsized companies. MAIN RISKS Ω The risk that the stock price of one or more of the companies in the fund s portfolio will fall, or will fail to rise. Many factors can adversely affect a stock s performance, including both general financial market conditions and factors related to a specific company or industry. This risk is generally greater for small and midsized companies, which tend to be more vulnerable to adverse developments. Ω The risk that movements in financial markets will adversely affect the price of the fund s investments, regardless of how well the companies in which we invest perform. PUTNAM INTERNATIONAL EQUITY FUND GOAL The fund seeks capital appreciation. MAIN INVESTMENT STRATEGIES INTERNATIONAL STOCKS We invest mainly in common stocks of companies outside the United States that we believe have favorable investment potential. For example, we may purchase stocks of companies with stock prices that reflect a value lower than that which we place on the company. We also consider other factors we believe will cause the stock price to rise. Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the fund s net assets in equity investments. We invest mainly in midsized and large companies, although we can invest in companies of any size. Although we emphasize investments in 27 PROSPECTUS

28 developed countries, we may also invest in companies located in developing (also known as emerging) markets. To determine whether a company is located outside of the United States, we look at the following factors: where the company s securities trade, where the company is located or organized, or where the company derives its revenues or profits. MAIN RISKS Ω The risks of investing outside the United States, such as currency fluctuations, economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information or unfavorable political or legal developments. These risks are increased for investments in emerging markets. Ω The risk that the stock price of one or more of the companies in the fund s portfolio will fall, or will fail to rise. Many factors can adversely affect a stock s performance, including both general financial market conditions and factors related to a specific company or industry. This risk is generally greater for small and midsized companies, which tend to be more vulnerable to adverse developments. Ω The risk that movements in financial markets will adversely affect the price of the fund s investments, regardless of how well the companies in which we invest perform. PUTNAM INTERNATIONAL NEW OPPORTUNITIES FUND GOAL The fund seeks long-term capital appreciation. MAIN INVESTMENT STRATEGIES INTERNATIONAL GROWTH STOCKS We invest mainly in common stocks of companies outside the United States. We invest mainly in growth stocks, which are those issued by companies that we believe are fast-growing and whose earnings we believe are likely to increase over time. Growth in earnings may lead to an increase in the price of the stock. We may invest in companies of any size. We may invest in both established and developing (also known as emerging) markets. 28 PROSPECTUS

29 MAIN RISKS The main risks that could adversely affect the value of the fund s shares and the total return on your investment include: Ω The risks of investing outside the United States, such as currency fluctuations, economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information or unfavorable political or legal developments. These risks are increased for investments in emerging markets. Ω The risk that the stock price of one or more of the companies in the fund s portfolio will fall, or will fail to rise. Many factors can adversely affect a stock s performance, including both general financial market conditions and factors related to a specific company or industry. This risk is generally greater for small and midsized companies, which tend to be more vulnerable to adverse developments. Ω The risk that movements in financial markets will adversely affect the price of the fund s investments, regardless of how well the companies in which we invest perform. The market as a whole may not favor the types of investments we make. PUTNAM INTERNATIONAL GROWTH AND INCOME FUND GOAL The fund seeks capital growth. Current income is a secondary objective. MAIN INVESTMENT STRATEGIES INTERNATIONAL VALUE STOCKS We invest mainly in common stocks of companies outside the United States. We invest mainly in value stocks. Value stocks are those that we believe are currently undervalued by the market. We look for companies undergoing positive change. If we are correct and other investors recognize the value of the company, the price of its stock may rise. We invest mainly in midsized and large companies, although we can invest in companies of any size. Although we emphasize investments in developed countries, we may also invest in companies located in developing (also known as emerging) markets. 29 PROSPECTUS

30 MAIN RISKS The main risks that could adversely affect the value of the fund s shares and the total return on your investment include: Ω The risks of investing outside the United States, such as currency fluctuations, economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information or unfavorable political or legal developments. These risks are increased for investments in emerging markets. Ω The risk that the stock price of one or more of the companies in the fund s portfolio will fall, or will fail to rise. Many factors can adversely affect a stock s performance, including both general financial market conditions and factors related to a specific company or industry. This risk is generally greater for small and midsized companies, which tend to be more vulnerable to adverse developments. Ω The risk that movements in financial markets will adversely affect the price of the fund s investments, regardless of how well the companies in which we invest perform. The market as a whole may not favor the types of investments we make. PUTNAM INCOME FUND GOAL The fund seeks high current income consistent with what Putnam Management believes to be prudent risk. MAIN INVESTMENT STRATEGIES BONDS We invest mainly in bonds that: Ω are obligations of companies and governments worldwide denominated in U.S. dollars Ω are either investment-grade or below investment-grade and Ω have intermediate to long-term maturities (three years or longer). 30 PROSPECTUS

31 MAIN RISKS Ω The risk that the issuers of the fund s investments will not make, or will be perceived as unlikely to make, timely payments of interest and principal. Because the fund may invest significantly in below investment-grade bonds (sometimes referred to as junk bonds ), it is subject to heightened credit risk. Investors should carefully consider the risks associated with a direct or indirect investment in the fund. Ω The risk that movements in financial markets will adversely affect the value of the fund s investments. This risk includes interest rate risk, which means that the prices of the fund s investments are likely to fall if interest rates rise. Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities. Ω The risk that, compared to other debt, mortgage-backed investments may increase in value less when interest rates decline, and decline in value more when interest rates rise. Ω The risk that, the fund s use of derivatives will cause losses due to increased exposure to the risks described above, the unexpected effect of market movements on a derivative s price, or the potential inability to terminate derivatives positions. PUTNAM DIVERSIFIED INCOME TRUST GOAL The fund seeks as high a level of current income as Putnam Management believes is consistent with preservation of capital. MAIN INVESTMENT STRATEGIES MULTI-SECTOR BONDS We invest mainly in bonds that: Ω are securitized debt instruments and other obligations of companies and governments worldwide Ω are either investment-grade or below investment-grade and Ω have intermediate to long-term maturities (three years or longer). Under normal market conditions, we invest 15% 65% of the fund s net assets in each of these three sectors: 31 PROSPECTUS

32 Ω U.S. and investment grade sector: U.S. government securities and investment-grade bonds of U.S. companies. Ω High yield sector: lower-rated bonds of U.S. companies. Ω International sector: bonds of foreign governments and companies, including both investment grade and lower-rated securities. MAIN RISKS The main risks that could adversely affect the value of the fund s shares and the total return on your investment include: Ω The risk that movements in financial markets will adversely affect the value of the fund s investments. This risk includes interest rate risk, which means that the prices of the fund s investments are likely to fall if interest rates rise. Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities. Ω The risk that, compared to other debt, mortgage-backed investments may increase in value less when interest rates decline, and decline in value more when interest rates rise. Ω The risks of investing outside the United States, such as currency fluctuations, economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information or unfavorable political or legal developments. These risks are increased for investments in emerging markets. Ω The risk that the issuers of the fund s investments will not make, or will be perceived as unlikely to make, timely payments of interest and principal. Because the fund invests significantly in below investment-grade bonds (sometimes referred to as junk bonds ), it is subject to heightened credit risk. Investors should carefully consider the risks associated with an investment in the fund. Ω The risk that the fund s use of derivatives will cause losses due to increased exposure to the risks described above, the unexpected effect of market movements on a derivative s price, or the potential inability to terminate derivatives positions. 32 PROSPECTUS